There are plenty of players on this Pittsburgh Steelers team but none may be more valuable than Le'Veon Bell. Because of Bell, this Steelers team has been able to do things offensively that it hasn't in years past, racking up 1,341 rushing yards on 282 carries, eight going for scores. He also is second on the team in receiving, hauling in 77 passes for 774 yards and three more touchdowns. First of all, you'd have to go back to the 2010 season to find the Steelers last 1,000-yard rusher ... Read More
Pittsburgh Steelers Report Card after playoff clinching win vs. Chiefs
The Pittsburgh Steelers made it three wins in a row on Sunday with a 20-12 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs that sent the Steeler back to the playoffs for the first time in three seasons. There was a lot to like about the Steelers performance, which resulted in a third consecutive win. With that being said, let's take a look at how the Steelers graded out in my weekly Pittsburgh Steelers Report Card. Quarterback- Ben Roethlisberger had another solid outing. While he only threw for ... Read More
Steelers back in playoffs after win vs. Chiefs
For the Pittsburgh Steelers, the equation on Sunday afternoon was a simple one. Win and you’re in the playoffs for the first time in three seasons. Thanks to perhaps the best effort they received from their defense all season long, the Steelers are heading back to the postseason after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 20-10 at Heinz Field. “It was a big fight by our football team today,” said Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin. “We did what was necessary to secure victory. I loved the spirit of ... Read More
Troy Polamalu inactive vs. Chiefs
As kickoff nears at Heinz Field between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Kansas City Chiefs, a game that contains major playoff implications, the Steelers will be without a couple of starters on the defensive side of the ball. Safety Troy Polamalu tops the Steelers list of inactives Sunday. The veteran didn't practice all week and is out with a knee injury. Polamalu missed two games earlier this year because of knee problems. Cornerback Ike Taylor is also inactive on Sunday. The veteran is out ... Read More
Much of AFC playoff picture revolves around Steelers-Chiefs
Just two weeks remain in the NFL regular season and a lot will be determined regarding the AFC playoff picture at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh. In Week 16 on Sunday, the Steelers (9-5) will host the Kansas City Chiefs (8-6) as the two teams battle for one of two Wild Card berths. Pittsburgh also remains very much alive for the AFC North crown and a guaranteed home playoff game. The Steelers are 4-2 at home this season and the final two games will be played there against contenders. While the ... Read More
Troy Polamalu, Ike Taylor doubtful vs. Chiefs
The Pittsburgh Steelers will look to continue their winning streak on Sunday vs. the Kansas City Chiefs at Heinz Field, but will likely have to do so without a couple bodies in their secondary. Both safety Troy Polamalu and cornerback Ike Taylor are listed as doubtful for Sunday's tilt. Polamalu (knee) didn't practice at all this week and looks like he will be out of action. If that is indeed the case, veteran Will Allen will likely draw the starting nod opposite Mike Mitchell. There's ... Read More
Steelers’ Marcus Gilbert faces toughest task of season on Sunday
Steelers right tackle Marcus Gilbert has been burdened by a fair share of daunting assignments this season. Gilbert had to face Ravens outside linebacker Elvis Dumervil, who is tied for the NFL lead in sacks with 17, twice this season. In the duration of those two games, Gilbert gave up three sacks to Dumervil. In Week 7, the Steelers hosted the Houston Texans. In that game, Gilbert dealt with Texans defensive end J.J. Watt, who ranks second in the league in sacks with 16.5, and is ... Read More
Steelers look to extend Chiefs WR futility streak
The Kansas City Chiefs come to Heinz Field Sunday in a match up with serious playoff implications. By now, you probably know a Pittsburgh Steelers victory will ensure their first trip to the postseason in three seasons and put them in position for a winner take all divisional showdown next weekend at home against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Chiefs on the other hand, face a must-win scenario, as a loss would almost certainly eliminate them from the crazy AFC Wild Card race. If the Chiefs are ... Read More
Le’Veon Bell, Antonio Brown finish in Top 10 of Pro Bowl balloting
Given the way their offense has performed at times this season, the Pittsburgh Steelers should be well represented in this year’s Pro Bowl. The fans at least have recognized what the Steelers have done so far. Both Le’Veon Bell and Antonio Brown finished in the Top 10 overall as the fan vote came to a close on Wednesday. Bell (702,782 votes) finished with the sixth most votes overall, while Brown (644,093) finished eighth. Bell finished second among all NFL running backs (DeMarco ... Read More
NFL Week 16: What’s Next for the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Days before the Steelers headed to Georgia for a game against the Atlanta Falcons, many predicted a tough and almost impossible game for Pittsburgh. But the outcome was in fact favourable for the Steel Curtain. Last weekend the Pittsburgh Steelers entered the Georgia Dome and pulled out another win against the Atlanta Falcons, improving their record to 9-5 and getting closer to the Cincinnati Bengals in the AFC North. The win over Atlanta gives the Steelers a much needed relief, and with only ... Read More